Roots of Empathy reduces aggression/#bullying, increases sharing, caring & inclusion & promotes resilience, well-being & positive #mentalhealth. We’ve reached over 1M #children globally with our #school-based programs & we have research to prove impact! .

If everybody understood that babies are like everybody else with a full range of emotions, there would be less child abuse and a higher level of parenting satisfaction. Babies may feel lonely, frightened, anxious, confused, frustrated, and children in Roots of Empathy can list

🟢 87% of ROE students reported that their Roots of Empathy Baby helped them to understand that they have the right to be loved. 🟢 94% of ROE host teachers agreed or strongly agreed that the Roots of Empathy program supported students’ mental health and wellbeing. 🟢 90% of

What does empathy look like in action?. One incredible Alberta dad drove 1.5 hours, nine times over the school year, to bring Baby Louie into not one, but two Roots of Empathy classrooms: Grade 1 and Grade 5. His presence offered a powerful example of a nurturing father. When

Our classrooms blossom with empathy and a shared love for our 'Tiny Teachers' 💚. We believe empathy is more important now than ever. Help support our mission to build caring, peaceful, and civil societies through the development of empathy 🌱. Donate:

Attention families! Will you have a baby aged 2-4 months by October?. Your family could make a lasting difference in the lives of children in your community!. Roots of Empathy is centred around your baby becoming the ‘Tiny Teacher’ in a classroom. Volunteer Parents bring their

Early intervention in mental health isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Roots of Empathy is a classroom-based, preventative intervention proven to strengthen empathy and prosocial skills that help children build positive relationships that support lifelong mental health and.

A song, a sign, and a whole lot of love 💚. These Roots of Empathy students learned to sing and sign “The More We Get Together” for their “Tiny Teacher”. When we sing together in Roots of Empathy classes, it builds a sense of solidarity—something that can feel rare these days.

🟣 The most important learning happens before a child starts school. Seeds of Empathy (SOE) is a program that nurtures social and emotional competencies, providing children with rich early literacy experiences. Created by Mary Gordon in 2005 for Early Learning and Childcare

From the hearts of students to their “Tiny Teacher” 🌱. Through the Wishing Tree, ROE students share their hopes for their Roots of Empathy Baby Theo when he grows up. Their heartfelt wishes remind us that what they wish for the baby often reflects what they wish for themselves.

Wishing all our American friends, partners, and supporters a Happy Fourth of July!. Celebrate with love, hope, and above all, empathy. 💚

Research spanning over two decades shows that children who experience Roots of Empathy discover how to connect, understand others’ feelings, and build positive relationships. Studies show these children are more likely to include, care for, and support their classmates—and less

Celebrating our “Tiny Teachers” in Niagara, Ottawa and London, ON 💚 . As we wrap up the program year, we would like to thank all our wonderful ROE Instructors and volunteer mothers and fathers for helping make this year’s Roots of Empathy program a success! . ✨ A special

Happy Canada Day!. Today, we’re thinking about intrinsic pride—feeling proud of ourselves and others, including our country, for what we stand for. We stand proudly for diversity, equity, and inclusion, while recognizing that as a country, we have “miles to go before we sleep.”

A truly heartwarming morning at the Roots of Empathy #Toronto Baby Celebration, where we honoured our dedicated volunteer parents, cherished "Tiny Teachers", and exceptional Instructors. The event was filled with heartfelt reflections and joy all around. Together, we celebrate

Men’s Health Month is about more than physical health—it’s about showing boys that empathy and emotional awareness are part of who they are, and who they can grow up to be. This Grade 2 student reminds us what emotional literacy looks like in action. He sees feelings like

June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada, a time to honour and celebrate the rich history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities across the country 🧡. Let us meet this moment not just with celebration, but with

🌟 Want to help nurture empathy in children in one of your local schools? 💚. We're looking for passionate #Volunteer #Instructors for the upcoming school year in #Toronto. Roots of Empathy (ROE) is an international children’s charity that helps nurture empathy in children.

Today, on #Juneteenth, we honour and reflect upon the significance of freedom and equality for all. It is a time to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and recognize the ongoing journey toward justice.

Attention families in #Toronto! Will you have a baby aged 2-4 months by October?. Your family could make a lasting difference in the lives of children in your community!. Roots of Empathy is centred around your baby becoming the ‘Tiny Teacher’ in a classroom. Volunteer Parents

Thank you to Minister @bernardjdavis and @EDU_GovNL for your support and for being part of our Baby Celebration in Newfoundland and Labrador 💚💚.